Mumbai: A ruckus broke out in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly when the debate on triple talaq and the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) was underway. During this, NCP Ajit Pawar group leader and MLA Sana Malik aggressively said that polygamy is not common only among Muslims, it is common in other religions as well. Only Muslims are being targeted. On this, the BJP created a ruckus and said that the country will run according to the Constitution and not the Quran or Sharia.

On the second day of the monsoon session of the Legislative Assembly, the ruling and opposition MLAs clashed over the highly sensitive issues of ‘triple talaq’, polygamy and ‘Uniform Civil Code’ (UCC). BJP MLA Devyani Frande raised the question of Uniform Civil Code while NCP (Ajit Pawar group) MLA Sana Malik took an aggressive stance. Devyani demanded the implementation of UCC here. Call for attention notice
BJP MLA Devyani raised the issue of triple talaq. “Due to triple talaq and polygamy, great injustice is being done to Muslim women. Only Pakistan is committed to polygamy, but it is not like that in India. When will the state government implement the Uniform Civil Code?” Asked this question, Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam gave details about the formation of a committee for the UCC and said that the government’s position is clear on this, the state government is working positively on the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The Chief Minister has also prepared a legal draft and has decided to set up a committee under the chairmanship of a retired High Court judge. After its report comes, steps will be taken to implement the UCC. Once the UCC is implemented, it will be equally applicable to every citizen of the country. Therefore, there will be a ban on polygamy and the number of marriages.

A Muslim follows the Quran and Sunnah and is bound by Sharia.

MLA Sana Malik, while participating in the debate, took an aggressive stance and said that Muslims follow the Quran, Sunnah and Sharia and gave a firm reply to the BJP and said that the BJP and its members say that such and such a law is in force in Pakistan, then Pakistan is not doing anything unique. It adheres to the Quran and Hadith. It implements only the teachings of the Quran. Therefore, I demand that the teachings of the Quran be followed here too. Do only Muslim men marry more than one person? Polygamy exists in other religions. The difference is that only in the Muslim religion there are uniform rules and regulations for polygamy. Sana Malik said, “Talaq Hassan and ‘Talaq Ahsan’ are the types that we follow. But ‘Talaq Bid’at’ itself is a separate cultural practice, it is not mentioned anywhere in the Quran. That is why it did not exist in India, so the government abolished it. To which Muslims have no objection because Muslims do not believe in talaq bid’at. BJP members were furious over Sana Malik’s statement on the implementation of the Quran and many members also objected to it. Several members told Sana Malik, “Don’t lecture us on the Quran. This country will not run on the Quran but on the Constitution of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Meanwhile, when Sana Malik was opposed in the House and the BJP created a ruckus over her outburst, Nationalist Congress (Sharad Pawar group) state president Jayant Patil supported Sana’s stand and said that it is the tradition of the House that if someone expresses their opinion, they should be given freedom of expression. Whether Sana Malik’s advice is liked or not, her language is not at all correct. I support Sana Malik’s stand.

In the Monsoon session, an ideological conflict and disagreement has emerged between the ruling grand alliance on the issue of ‘Uniform Civil Code’ (UCC) and ‘Triple Talaq’. On the one hand, the BJP and the Shinde group are raising the issue of Hinduism and the Constitution, while on the other hand, Muslim MLA Sana Malik is showing boldness in the House regarding Sharia and Islam and has responded to the BJP on Muslim issues with full force. The possibility of the conflict becoming more intense has now become clear. On the other hand, while addressing a press conference here, Nitish Rane also spewed venom against Muslims and said that this country will run on the constitution of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. He said that when this issue was being discussed in the House, it felt like we were sitting in the House of Karachi or Pakistan. He said that this is a Hindutva government. When asked whether Mahayoti MLA Sana Malik objected to the question related to the Uniform Civil Code and Muslim women in the House and said that only Muslim women are atrocities in Maharashtra, Nitish Rane said that we will support whoever raises the issue of Hindutva.

Mumbai: Mankhurd-Shivaji Nagar MLA was conferred with the prestigious “Jeevan Guru Award” at the Mahatma Phule Samman ceremony held to mark the bicentenary of the birth of Father of the Nation Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule. The award was conferred on him for his continuous services in the field of social justice and social service.

Accepting the award, the MLA said that this award is a great responsibility as well as a source of pride for him. Expressing gratitude to the committee for the bicentenary of the birth of the father of the nation, Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule, he said, “I am deeply grateful to the committee for considering me worthy of this honour. I sincerely thank Kapil Patil ji, Dineshwar Maharao ji, Dr. Zaheer Qazi, Kapil Patil ji. I am also grateful to Abrahani Sahib and all the esteemed members associated with this organization.

Social justice and commitment to Phule Ambedkar’s ideology
Referring to the creation of a grand wall by Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule, Kranti Jyoti Savitribai Phule and Fatima Sheikh in their assembly constituency Mankhurdshivaji Nagar, he said that this is a humble attempt to convey their great ideas to the masses. He said that we are fighting for the rights and justice of the backward and weaker sections by following the path of social justice, equality and brotherhood. We will continue to serve the society by considering their ideology as our guide.

Communal harmony
Expressing concern over the efforts to spread hatred in the society at this time, he said, “In such difficult times, we have to strengthen the country by following the path of Hindu-Muslim unity, mutual brotherhood and humanity shown by Mahatma Phule ji. This will be a true tribute to his struggle and ideals.”

He clarified that this award is not just an honor for him but an inspiration to work with more dedication for public service and social harmony.

It is noteworthy that other personalities who have rendered excellent services in the fields of journalism, literature, ideology, education and social fields were also honored at this prestigious event. The MLA expressed his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the dignitaries.

Mumbai: Tight security arrangements have been made in South Mumbai in view of Muharram. A mourning procession is taken out from Khadeki Bari, Pathanwadi, Mughal Masjid, due to which there is a risk of Shia-Sunni clashes. In such a situation, the police have issued an alert. A 10-day gathering is also organized in Pathanwadi Parole, while Alamdari is also held from the same area. In such a situation, so that no untoward incident occurs in the Alamdari mourning procession, the police have also taken out a route march in these sensitive areas. Under the leadership of ACP Tanveer Sheikh, the police marched on the route of all the processions. Along with this, a special watch is being kept on social media and gatherings are also being monitored. Shia-Sunni clashes had taken place in Parolin and Khade Ki Bari earlier too, so the police claimed special security arrangements here. Dongri, JJ Police had organized a route march in sensitive areas last night in the same context. Along with this, they have appealed to the mourners to take special care of the rules and regulations. In addition, the police have made it clear that if anyone tries to create sectarian differences and sectarian clashes, action will be taken against them. The police have also started the process of keeping an eye on the miscreants. The police have also intensified action against miscreants and anti-social elements during Muharram. ACP Tanveer Sheikh has also started an emergency tour of the division. In addition, they are also meeting the public directly and monitoring the situation.